Hodonin power station is a 105 MW coal-fired power plant located in the Czech Republic, operated by CEZ Group. Commissioned in 1957, it contributes to the country's coal energy generation. It ranks as the 32nd largest coal plant in the Czech Republic. With a capacity of 105 MW, it represents 0.62% of the country's total coal capacity of 16,888 MW. The Czech Republic has 36 coal plants with a combined capacity of 16,888 MW. Compared to the largest coal plant, Elektrárna Počerady at 1,845 MW, Hodonin is roughly 5.7% the size. Coal remains a significant energy source in the Czech Republic, providing approximately 50% of the country's electricity. The Hodonin power station utilizes local coal resources, supporting energy security in the region. It is located in the South Moravian Region, near the town of Hodonin, approximately 60 km from Brno.
69 years old
Czech Republic, Europe
- Primary Fuel Type
- Coal
- Energy Source
- Non-Renewable
- Country
Czech Republic- Continent
- Europe
- Data Source
- Global Power Plant Database
Coal has long been a cornerstone of electricity generation worldwide, with a significant presence in the global energy landscape. As of recent data, there are approximately 2,608 coal power plants operating across 74 countries, boasting a total installed capacity of 2,257.3 gigawatts (GW). The leading nations in coal power generation include China, with 1,018 plants generating 1,038.0 GW, India with 287 plants at 253.3 GW, and the United States with 291 plants producing 252.0 GW. Other notable contributors include Germany and Japan, with 130 plants and 76.8 GW, and 61 plants and 63.9 GW, respectively. This widespread utilization reflects the essential role coal has played in the development of industrial and residential power systems globally.
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